Eerie Harbor Ghost Walk

Join us in the Ashtabula Harbor for our Eerie Harbor Ghost Walk as we tour the historic streets of this gem with a past that is deep in tradition and history. Although many have passed or moved away over the years and decades, some choose to never leave. Whether it is the tale of the departed spirit of a sailor, or a mysterious resident of one of the old fine homes or businesses, you will hear the stories behind these mysteries and maybe, if you're lucky, experience them as well. Hear the tales of early settlers of the world's largest iron ore handling port in the late 1800's. Learn about life with the many various cultures, the battles they faced, the brothels, and the 52 saloons along the harbor streets.

We base our stories on a mix of documentation, firsthand experiences and history.

Call to reserve: 440 228-8458

www.eerieharbor.com

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Historic Bridge Street:

www.historicashtabulaharbor.com/events

Slice of Summer - June 10th

Celebrate the beginning of summer by attending our Slice of Summer! Enjoy some tunes, rent a kayak or a bike from Bonsai Bikes, Kona Ice, Felix Pizza, Cotton Candy from Popparazzi and much more! Or just hang by the river and enjoy a good time with good people! 

Blessing of the Fleet - June 18th

Join us from land or sea to participate in this time honored tradition to protect the vessels that travel on our rivers and lake. This historic event has been occurring in the Ashtabula Harbor for 69 years. An informal blessing on boaters in the 1930s began when a priest at Mother of Sorrows Church decided to give some local sailors a special blessing before they set sail for a season of shipping on the Great Lakes. In 1949 the blessing of the boats was added and in the 1970’s.

Beach Glass Festival- June 24th & 25th

No matter if you collect, create artwork or just admire beach glass and beach inspired designs, this is a must see event! Mark your calendars for the last full weekend of each June each year as we celebrate this annual gathering of artists, creators and collectors.

Wine & Walleye Festival- July 21st, 22nd-23rd

Hosted by the Lift Bridge Community Association, a non-profit 501(c)3, along with coordination by the City of Ashtabula, the Annual Wine and Walleye Festival will be located on Bridge Street in the heart of the Historic Ashtabula Harbor. Held the last full weekend in July each year in hopes of fantastic weather for an incredible celebration. Each year we offer amazing entertainment including the largest fireworks display in Ashtabula County, live music, wine and craft beer tasting, gourmet food stations, food trucks, boutique shopping, the street is lined with vendors and MUCH MORE! The festival will also continue to offer the Wine Garden Tasting Tent providing some of the best local and regional wines from several wineries found throughout the Grand River Valley.

Harvest in the Harbor- October 7th

Pumpkin Patch Scarecrow/Pumpkin cutout for selfies, Cider and Donuts, Fire Chili, Clam chowder,

Sidewalk Chalk, Pumpkin Bowling, Pumpkin Wood Carving Demos, Live music, Bake Goods

Small Business Saturday- November 25th

Holidays in the Harbor- December 9th

Santa on Bridge Street, Hayrides in Public Parking Lot, Hot Chocolate & Cookies, Carolers

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Western Reserve Greenway Trail

Just 4 miles away/27 miles of some of the prettiest country for biking, roller blading, horseback riding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and cross country skiing- www.ashtabulacountymetroparks.com

Wineries

We have 21  within 30 minutes: check them all out at - www.visitashtabulacounty.com

We have the longest covered bridge in the county as well as the shortest. We even have a Covered Bridge Festival 2nd full weekend in October. 

D-Day Conneaut - Premier WWII Living History Event 

This is huge! Check out www.ddayohio.us- 2 night minimum stay here